When traveling through Japan’s major cities over several days, it is important to choose a place where you can rest, recharge, and feel comfortable at your own pace. MIMARU is an apartment hotel brand designed around the concept of creating a comfortable space to share with family and friends, welcoming guests in major sightseeing areas such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto.
With spacious guest rooms, kitchens, and dining areas, MIMARU is ideal for families planning a multi-night stay. It offers a comfortable, reassuring experience that feels almost like living in Japan.
Key Points for Choosing a Hotel for Multi-Night and Long-Term Stays in Japan’s Major Sightseeing Areas
For multi-night stays, two factors are essential: (1) a home-like space where you can cook and do laundry, and (2) convenient access to major stations so you can travel smoothly between areas. Together, these features greatly reduce stress during long-term stays.
Spacious Guest Rooms for Families and Well-Equipped Living Facilities (Kitchen and Laundry)
During multi-night stays, eating out every day can become tiring, so a spacious room with a kitchen and dining area where you can cook at any time is highly recommended. Laundry facilities also help keep the amount of luggage you bring to a minimum.
During stays of several days, eating every meal out can become tiring and stressful, especially for children. For this reason, we recommend choosing a hotel with a kitchen where you can buy fresh Japanese ingredients at a local supermarket and prepare meals or snacks whenever you like. Gathering around the dining table in a spacious room to share memories from the day is a special experience unique to family travel.
Doing laundry is also essential during long-term stays. If the hotel has an on-site coin laundry or an in-room washer, you can significantly reduce the amount of clothing you bring to Japan and travel more comfortably.
Convenient Locations Near Major Stations for Day Trips and Airport Transfers
When staying in Japan’s major sightseeing cities, choosing a property near a major station served by the Shinkansen and multiple rail lines makes day trips and airport transfers with heavy luggage much more convenient.
More travelers are choosing to stay multiple nights in major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto while taking day trips to nearby sightseeing spots or neighboring prefectures. If you have plans like these, the location of your hotel is extremely important.
Choosing a hotel within walking distance of a station where multiple subway lines intersect, or near a major station served by the Shinkansen or airport express trains, can save a significant amount of travel time and energy. Especially on arrival and departure days, travelers often carry large and heavy suitcases. With a hotel close to the station, you can start relaxing right away without feeling exhausted from a long journey.
MIMARU: Ideal for families staying several nights in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto
MIMARU is an apartment hotel located in the central areas of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. With a kitchen in every room and access to an on-site coin laundry or an in-room washer, MIMARU supports comfortable multi-night family stays.
MIMARU operates multiple properties in Japan’s three major sightseeing cities: Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. Every guest room is spacious enough to comfortably accommodate four or more guests, and is frequently chosen by families and groups for long-term stays.
【Tokyo】 MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East
Just a 3-minute walk from the Iriya Exit of JR Ueno Station, this hotel offers convenient access from Narita Airport. The property features the highly popular Pokémon Room, making your multi-night stay in Tokyo even more memorable.
MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East is an ideal base for exploring Tokyo’s major attractions, such as Ueno Park, Asakusa, and Akihabara. Multilingual staff are always available, making it easy to gather local information during your long-term stay. In particular, the specially designed Pokémon Room has received excellent reviews from families staying for multiple nights.
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【Osaka】 MIMARU Osaka Namba Station
Just a 4-minute walk from Namba Station, with direct access to Kansai International Airport, this hotel offers an excellent location for enjoying Osaka’s food and entertainment scene throughout your stay, along with facilities that make your stay feel more comfortable and home-like.
MIMARU Osaka Namba Station is located within walking distance of Dotonbori and Kuromon Market, allowing guests to experience Osaka’s lively atmosphere firsthand. During your multi-night stay, you can enjoy unique apartment hotel experiences, such as buying fresh ingredients at the market and cooking them in your room’s kitchen. Access to Kyoto and Nara is also convenient, making this property an excellent base for multi-night trips around the Kansai region.
【Kyoto】 MIMARU Kyoto Station
Just a 2-minute walk from the Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station, this hotel offers outstanding convenience. It is ideal for multi-night stays while exploring Kyoto’s historic temples and shrines, with easy access to the Shinkansen and city buses.
MIMARU Kyoto Station offers one of the most convenient locations for exploring Kyoto, a city rich in history and culture, at a relaxed pace. After a full day of sightseeing, guests can return to a hotel next to the station and relax in a spacious room and comfortable bathroom. By using the on-site coin laundry, you can travel with minimal luggage even during long-term stays.
Frequently Asked Questions About Multi-Night and Long-Term Stays (FAQ)
Q. How can I do laundry during a multi-night stay?
A. For laundry, guests can use the on-site coin laundry available at each property, and some rooms also include a dedicated in-room washer. This allows you to keep your luggage to a minimum even during multi-night stays and continue your trip comfortably.
Q. Can I cook in the room?
A. Yes. Every MIMARU guest room includes a kitchen and dining table equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, cooking utensils, and tableware. You can buy ingredients at a local supermarket and enjoy gathering around the table with your family.
Q. We have small children—are there rooms where we can take off our shoes?
A. It varies by property, but some MIMARU hotels and room types follow a no-shoes policy so guests can experience Japanese living culture. After removing their shoes, guests can relax comfortably on the floor. This can be especially reassuring for families with crawling infants, as it helps keep the room clean and comfortable. For applicable properties, please refer to each hotel’s information.
Q. Is the room cleaned every day during my stay?
A. Yes. Bath towels, face towels, and bath mats are replaced, and vacuuming is performed daily. For multi-night stays, additional room cleaning is provided every two days starting from the third night. This includes bed-making and cleaning of wet areas, excluding the kitchen.